| The outbreak of Influenza A (H1N1) remains at Pandemic Phase 6 based on the World Health Organization (WHO) pandemic alert level. However this is not based on severity, and in Ontario the status remains at Enhanced. For more information, please review the MOHLTC Important Health Notices at the links below, as well as:
• The MoHLTC news release regarding the WHO upgrade to Pandemic Phase 6
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Use of N95 Respirators (October 22, 2009)
In the MoHLTC Clinical Guidance documents for Long Term Care, Ambulatory Care
and Emergency Departments, the MoHLTC states the following regarding use of
personal protective equipment, including N95 respirators:
“Healthcare providers and organizations should ensure that appropriate infection
prevention and control and occupational health and safety measures are in place.
Section 5 [of the clinical guidance document] outlines recommended measures for
patients and healthcare providers. It is recommended that healthcare providers
perform hand hygiene and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g.,
gloves, gown, eye protection, fit-tested N95 respirator) when conducting
clinical assessments. Although N95 respirators are not routinely recommended for
seasonal influenza, because pH1N1 is a novel influenza virus the broadest level
of precautionary measures are being recommended.”
OSACH provides the following links to assist you in staying current
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Ministry of Health and Long Term Care |
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Ontario Agency for Health Protection and
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Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) |
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Other Agencies and Jurisdictions |
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